Scientific examination of twelve proposed optical corrections shows the Parthenon illusions are nonexistent or imperceptible, with no historical or scientific evidence supporting intentional design fixes.
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The illusion of illusions: There are no optical corrections in the Parthenon
Scientific examination of twelve proposed optical corrections shows the Parthenon illusions are nonexistent or imperceptible, with no historical or scientific evidence supporting intentional design fixes.